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For years our community has been blessed with the generosity of those that call Merrick County home. Whether it be a small annual donation, a large donation or for some even a gift after their time on this earth has come to an end.

For the week ending February 25, 2024, topsoil moisture supplies rated 7% very short, 30% short, 61% adequate, and 2% surplus, according to the USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service. Subsoil moisture supplies rated 10% very short, 41% short, 48% adequate, and 1% surplus.

The value of Nebraska’s 2023 field and miscellaneous crops is forecast at $13.5 billion, according to the USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service. This is down 11% from 2022. The value of corn production is expected to total $8.56 billion, down 13% from the previous marketing year. Nebraska’s corn price is projected to average $4.95 per bushel, down $1.82 from the last marketing year.

Knowing this first, that no prophecy of the scripture is of any private interpretationFor the prophecy came not in old time by the will of man: but holy men of God spake as they were moved by the Holy Ghost. 2 Peter 1:20-21 KJV

Mark your calendar! Clarks Red Cross Blood Drive is scheduled for Friday, March 1, 2024 from 11:30am to 5:30pm at the Clarks VFW building. Appointments can be made online at redcrossblood.org (download the Blood Donor app), or you may contact Sandy at (308) 548-2618.